1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2220 mm |
